1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
